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Wild blue lupine blooms paint a field with shades of purple against an orange sunset.
Kitty Todd Nature Preserve Wild blue lupine blooms at Kitty Todd Nature Preserve in northwest Ohio. © Andy Morrison

Preserving Nature in Ohio

From our lakes and rivers to our wetlands and forests, Ohio's lands and waters support a rich history of culture, recreation and biodiversity. Discover how The Nature Conservancy is working with partners across the state to preserve and protect our incredible natural areas for generations to come.

A painted lady butterfly visits a purple coneflower.

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Gardening for Conservation Webinar Series

April 24, 2024 - September 25, 2024

The Nature Conservancy and The Ohio State University are bringing conservation home with this exciting webinar series. Learn about ways you can take action and have a positive impact on nature.

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Clad in yellow safety gear, a fire practitioner uses a red drip torch to ignite a prescribed fire in a forest.
Kitty Todd Nature Preserve Pre Fire practitioner uses drip torch to ignite prescribed burn. © Alex Goetz/Running Wild Media

Newsletter

Spring/Summer 2024 Newsletter

The spring/summer issue of Our Nature Nature is now available. Enjoy reading about the return of prescribed fire to TNC lands in Ohio, restoration of Rialto Marsh and the Ohio winners of The Nature Conservancy's 2023 Photo Contest.

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Sunlight beams into forest.
Protecting Ohio's Nature Ohio exhibits a stunning collection of rare plant and animal diversity—and you are a key partner in helping us to protect our vital natural areas. © Rebecca Nieminen

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United By Nature

TNC's vision for Ohio and the world is built on the understanding that people are a part of nature. We know that communities and local economies can thrive alongside Ohio’s most precious natural areas. You are helping us bring this vision to life.

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Featured Stories

A bumble bee on goldenrod flower.

Create a Buzzworthy Backyard: Eight Great Ways to Help Pollinators and Other Insects Thrive

Discover how everyday conservation actions at home can make a big impact on pollinators and other insects in the Midwest and beyond.

Chad Duplain stands with partner Matthew on bridge overlooking stream at Big Darby Headwaters Nature Preserve.

Nature for All: Building Equity in Conservation

Discover how ‪Senior Associate Director of Corporate Relations for The Nature Conservancy in Ohio, Chad Duplain, is driving equity in conservation and why it matters.

By Chad Duplain

A close-up of the green leaves and small white flowers of garlic mustard.

Unwelcome in Ohio: Invasive Species and TNC's Work Against Them

What are the invasive species in Ohio? From plants to feral swine, Ohio has its share of invasive species threatening its natural areas. Let's learn more about what they are and what to do about them.

A prescribed fire burns grassy area near woodland.

Returning Fire to Ohio's Lands

While fire is often viewed as a destructive force, scientists say the correct use of wildland fire can save money, protect lives and improve wildlife habitat.

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Places We Protect

From wetlands and rivers to forests and prairies, TNC is protecting Ohio's most biodiverse places throughout the state. Learn more about our preserves and plan your visit today!

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Wetland habitat at Morgan Swamp Preserve.
A field of blue lupine blooming at Kitty Todd Nature Preserve.
Waterfall as seen through the trees at the Helen C. Black Trail at Cedar Falls Preserve.
Boardwalk trail extends into lush forest at Brown's Lake Bog Preserve.
View across Snow Lake in autumn at Lucia S. Nash Preserve with red and gold trees along the banks.
Wetland habitat at Morgan Swamp Preserve.

Morgan Swamp: Morgan Swamp Nature Preserve © Kent Mason

A field of blue lupine blooming at Kitty Todd Nature Preserve.

Kitty Todd Nature Preserve : Field of lupines at Kitty Todd Nature Preserve © Andy Morrison

Waterfall as seen through the trees at the Helen C. Black Trail at Cedar Falls Preserve.

Helen C. Black Trail: Cedar falls can be seen along the Helen C. Black Trail within the Edge of Appalachia Preserve System in Adams County. © Mark Godfrey/TNC

Boardwalk trail extends into lush forest at Brown's Lake Bog Preserve.

Brown's Lake Bog Preserve: Ferns cover the forest floor of Brown's Lake Bog along the board walk as the sun shines through the trees. © Emily Speelman

View across Snow Lake in autumn at Lucia S. Nash Preserve with red and gold trees along the banks.

Lucia S. Nash Preserve: Snow Lake in autumn. © Ian Adams

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Blue lupine blooming at Kitty Todd Nature Preserve.
Lupine Kitty Todd Preserve Lupine Kitty Todd Preserve. © Randall L. Schieber
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